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Ministry of Coal
Union Coal & Mines Minister Shri Pralhad Joshi reviews activities, projects of PPT, MCL
Shri Joshi bats for using Paradip Port as the Coal Hub
Lays foundation stone of Shramik Gaurav Jal Udyan, says it has potential to be developed as a major tourist spot
Union Coal and Mines Minister Shri Pralhad Joshi on Thursday visited the Paradip Port Trust  and Mahanadi Coalfields Limited ’s Hingula area and reviewed various activities and projects of both the entities respectively.
Beginning the day of his Odisha visit today, the union minister inspected the coal loading system at Paradip Port along with Minister of State for Coal and Mines Shri Raosaheb Patil Danve. Shri Joshi directed the officials to fully utilise the port facilities to increase coal transportation through the sea route and asked officials to explore possibilities of using Paradip port as a coal hub.
Shri Joshi also visited the site of Rail Receival System near Paradip port wherein coal is unloaded with the help of wagon-tipplers. The minister said that this system of unloading is efficient, helps in saving time and demurrage charges, while also reducing the spread of coal dust.
Union Minister Shri @JoshiPralhad and Shri @raosahebdanve are being explained about functions of Rail Receival System along with functioning of the state of the art Dry Fogging System at @paradipport,#Odisha. @PralhadJoshiOfc @PIB_India @PIB_Coal pic.twitter.com/YLXu1DtSGs
— PIB in Odisha  October 28, 2021
Later the coal minister visited Balram opencast project site in Hingula area of MCL. “With an annual capacity of 8 MT, this mine is operated by an all-women crew for mine blasting work, the minister said. He also interacted with officials and motivated on-ground workers for increasing coal production and dispatch.
Visited Balram opencast project in Hingula Area of @mahanadicoal, Odisha. With an annual capacity of 8 MT, this mine is operated by an all-women crew for mine blasting work.
— Pralhad Joshi  October 28, 2021
Interacted with officials & motivated on-ground workers for increasing coal production & dispatch. pic.twitter.com/W3jlC31KVz
Shri Joshi has laid the foundation stone of Shramik Gaurav Jal Udyan near Balram opencast project. “Established beside the beautiful lake which is built over reclaimed land of a coal mine, this site has potential to be developed as a major tourist spot,” stated the minister.
He has also visited Railway Siding in MCL's Hingula Area. The minister emphasized on reducing wagon turn-around time. He held discussions with Railway officials present on the siding regarding maximizing coal dispatch. The Minister felicitated payloader operators at the Railway Siding, appreciated their hard work and encouraged them to increase coal loading.
Visited Railway Siding in @mahanadicoal's Hingula Area. Emphasised on reducing wagon turn-around time. Also held discussion with Railway officials present on the siding regarding maximising coal dispatch.@raosahebdanve pic.twitter.com/6ldn7KvAgw
— Pralhad Joshi  October 28, 2021
GCD/SSP
President's Secretariat
Envoys of Four Nations Present Credentials to President of India Through Video Conference
The President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind, accepted credentials from envoys of Holy See, Federal Republic of Nigeria, Republic of Austria and Republic of Korea today  in a virtual ceremony. Those who presented their credentials were:
1. H.E. Archbishop Leopoldo Girelli, Apostolic Nuncio of the Holy See
2. H.E. Mr. Ahmed Sule, High Commissioner of the Federal Republic of Nigeria
3. H.E. Mrs. Katharina Wieser, Ambassador of the Republic of Austria
4. H.E. Mr. Chang Jae-bok, Ambassador of the Republic of Korea
Speaking on the occasion, the President congratulated the envoys on their appointment and conveyed his good wishes to them for a successful tenure in India. He noted that India enjoyed close ties with all the four countries and shared a common vision of peace and prosperity.
President Kovind added that India’s engagement at the United Nations and other multilateral fora have resulted in mutually beneficial partnership. India remains committed to a just and equitable global order, keeping in mind interests of the developing countries and under-represented.
Ambassadors/High Commissioners conveyed good wishes to the Hon’ble President on behalf of their leaderships and reiterated the commitment of their leaders to work closely to strengthen their ties with India.
Ministry of Women and Child Development
National Commission for Women Launches Legal Services Clinic in Collaboration with DSLSA
Clinic To Provide Free Legal Assistance and Counseling To Women in Distress
In a move to make legal aid more accessible for women, the National Commission for Women  in collaboration with Delhi State Legal Services Authority  has launched a legal aid clinic which will act as a single-window facility for resolving grievances of women by offering them free legal assistance.
NCW is also planning to set up similar legal services clinics in other State Commissions for Women. The legal aid clinic will operate out of the Commission’s office in New Delhi. Any woman will be able to walk-in to the facility for accessing free legal advice and counseling where legal services advocates in the panel of DSLSA will help women.
The launch ceremony of the legal aid clinic was held today at the Commission’s office in Delhi. Chairperson Ms Rekha Sharma, Additional Sessions Judge Shri Sushant Changotra, Additional Secretary, DSLSA, Ms Namita Aggarwal, Special Secretary, DSLSA and Shri Kanwal Jeet Arora, Member Secretary, DSLSA graced the occasion.
Addressing the gathering, Chairperson Ms Rekha Sharma said that the legal aid centre aims to provide free advice and legal services to women. “Today is the day that opens up a new chapter in NCW’s continuous efforts to help women. The legal aid clinic will focus on protecting women’s rights and providing them with a one-stop centre for seeking legal counseling and help. Women will now be able to obtain legal aid without running from pillar-to-post,” she said.
Under the new legal aid clinic, counseling will be provided for walk-in complainants, women in distress will be given legal assistance, advice and information on various schemes of the National Legal Services Authority / DSLSA, assistance in mahila jansunwai, free legal aid, hearings in matrimonial cases and other complaints registered with the Commission will be provided among other services.
Ministry of External Affairs
Cabinet approves exemption from charging commercial rates for the plot of land allotted to the High Commission of Fiji in New Delhi
The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approvedan exemption from charging commercial rates at the time of acquisition for the plot No. 31-B, measuring 2800 sq.meter in Chanakyapuri, Diplomatic Area to the Fijian High Commission in New Delhi and to extend the same terms and conditions as offered by Fiji for the land offered to the High Commission of India in Suva, Fiji.
Background:
In August 2015, Government of Fiji offered a plot of land measuring 6695 sq.meters at a special lease of 99 year period with a rent of FJ $ 100 per annum to be assessed every 5 years for construction of the High Commission of India in Suva, Fiji and proposed exchange of land on reciprocal basis. Given the special nature of bilateral relations with Fiji, exchange of plots on reciprocal basis by way of exemption from charging commercial rate for the plot of land allotted to High Commission of Fiji has been considered positively.
Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation
Payroll Reporting in India – A Formal Employment Perspective
The National Statistical Office, Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation has released the press note on Employment Outlook of the country covering the period September, 2017 toFebruary, 2021 based on the administrative records available with selected government agencies to assess the progress in certain dimensions.
A detailed note is annexed.
Ministry of Defence
MISSION SAGAR IV INS JALASHWA AT ANJOUAN 
As part of Mission Sagar-IV, Indian Naval Ship Jalashwa arrived at Port Anjouan, Comoros on 14 March 2021 to deliver 1,000 Metric Tonnes of rice.
An official ceremony for handing over the food aid from the Government of India to Government of Comoros was held on 15 March 2021. The ceremony was attended by HE Mr Dhoihir Dhoulkamal, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, in charge of the Diaspora and HE Mr Djae Ahamada Chanfi, Minister of Maritime and Air Transport of Comoros. The Indian side was represented by Captain Pankaj Chauhan, Commanding Officer INS Jalashwa.
This is the second visit of an Indian Navy ship to the island country within a span of one year. Earlier, as part of Mission Sagar-I, in May-June 2020, the Indian Navy had delivered essential medicines to the nation and had also deployed a specialist medical team to work alongside their counterparts and to render assistance for dengue fever related emergencies. INS Jalashwa, the largest amphibious ship of Indian Navy, has been specially sent to Comoros due to its large carrying capacity.
Comoros and India have always enjoyed close and friendly relations and have similarities of view on regional and global issues. ‘Mission Sagar’, builds on the excellent relations existing between the two countries and deployment also resonates the vision of our Prime Minister of Security and Growth for All in the Region ‘SAGAR’ and highlights the importance accorded by India to relations with the countries of the IOR. The operation is being progressed in close coordination with the Ministries of External Affairs, and other agencies of the Government of India.
Prime Minister's Office
PM interacts with the people of Varanasi on the menace of Coronavirus
PM calls for Restraint, Resolve and Sensitivity
PM announces helpdesk number on Coronavirus
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi while interacting with the people of his constituency - Varanasi through video conferencing said that as the MP of Varanasi, he should have been among them in times like this but it could not be possible due to the things which are going on in Delhi. He added that despite being busy, he has been taking regular updates about Varanasi from his colleagues. It was the Prime Minister’s first interaction with the people of Varanasi after the outbreak of Coronavirus.
The Prime Minister expressed gratitude to the people of Varanasi for performing rituals & offering prayers to Goddess Shailputri to give us all the strength to fight the country's battle against Coronavirus. He said “At times, people don't pay attention to things which are important, the same is happening in India.” He also urged people to understand facts & not believe in rumours. He added that Coronavirus doesn't discriminate between rich & poor and it will not spare anyone. He expressed his condolences to the families of all those killed in the terror attack in Gurudwara in Kabul.
The Prime Minister announced that the Government has formed a help desk, in collaboration with WhatsApp to seek correct information about Coronavirus. He said it can be accessed through the WhatsApp number 9013151515 by texting 'Namaste' to this number, in either English or in Hindi. He said that the Mahabharat war was won in 18 days and it would take 21 days for India to win the war against novel coronavirus.
The Prime Minister appealed to all the citizens that if they notice any incident where professionals, such as doctors & nurses, are ill-treated, then they should take an initiative to make such people understand that they are wrong. He said that he has asked Home Ministry & DGPs to take strict action against those who are not supporting or not co-operating with doctors, nurses & other professionals who are serving us in this critical time. He added that this country's common man believes in taking the right step at the right time. He said that on 22 March, it was clearly seen how all the citizens supported Janata Curfew and then at 5pm, expressed gratitude for the professionals fulfilling their duties in essential services. He added that healthcare professionals working in white uniforms in hospitals are like God for us today, they are saving us from the disease, they are saving us by risking their own lives. He also replied to queries and doubts of people from various walks of life, in his constituency.
Ministry of Law and Justice
Justice Ranjan Gogoi appointed as next Chief Justice of India
The President of India has appointed Justice Ranjan Gogoi as the next Chief Justice of India. He will assume the office of Chief Justice on 3rd October, 2018 after the retirement of the current Chief Justice, Justice Dipak Misra.
Born on 18th November, 1954, Justice Gogoi was enrolled as an advocate in 1978. He practised in the Gauhati High Court on constitutional, taxation and company matters. He was appointed as a Permanent Judge of the Gauhati High Court on 28th February, 2001. On 9th September, 2010, he was transferred to the Punjab & Haryana High Court. He was appointed as Chief Justice of Punjab & Haryana High Court on 12th February, 2011. He was appointed as a Judge of the Supreme Court of India on 23rd April, 2012.
Ministry of Textiles
Weavers MUDRA Scheme
Under the Concessional Credit/Weaver MUDRA Scheme, Margin Money assistance at 20% of loan amount subject to a maximum of Rs.10,000/- per weaver, loan at 6% interest rate and Credit Guarantee for a period of 3 years is provided to handloom weavers/weaver entrepreneurs across the country. However, the Government of India interest subvention is capped at 7%.
For timely transfer of financial assistance, Handloom Weaver MUDRA Portal has been developed in association with Punjab National Bank to cut down delay in disbursement of funds for margin money and interest subvention. The margin money assistance is transferred directly to loan account of weaver and interest subvention is transferred to banks through the portal.
The handloom weavers submit their loan applications as per their requirement to participating banks and the Weavers’ Service Centres/State Governments sponsor their loan applications to the participating banks for sanction of loans. Thereafter, the banks sanction loan to the weavers keeping in view the viability of their loan proposals.
This information was given by the Union Minister of Textiles, Smriti Zubin Irani, in a written reply in the Lok Sabha today.
Ministry of Agriculture &
Farmers Welfare
77th Independence Day celebration was organised today with the participation of more than 700 farmers across the country as part of engaging with the grassroots vision of Prime Minister.
As part of the 77th Independence Day celebrations, the Union Agriculture Minister hosted over 700 farmers here today. This event truly embodied the vision of engaging with grassroots as an integral aspect of the 77th Independence Day festivities. The gathering of more than 700 farmers at the event represented various farming communities from across the nation, showcasing their participation in different agricultural activities.
Among the attendees around 100 farmer couples were the beneficiaries of PM KISSAN, and around 300 farmers couples from FPO’s contributing to the diversity of the farmer representation at this event.
Furthermore, in line with the International Year of Millets, a special lunch was organized for the farmers, featuring dishes prepared from millets . This culinary selection served as a demonstration of the assorted nutritional values and dietary benefits that millets offer in our everyday meals.
The farmers gathering was welcomed and honoured by the Union Agriculture Minister, along with the presence of Minister of state , Shri Kailash Choudary and Smt. Shobha Karandlaje. During the address, the Union Minister said that the farmer participation at Independence Day celebrations at Red Fort reflects Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of Bhagidari and to ensure people’s participation.
Shri Tomar asserted that agriculture and allied sectors have seen significant growth under this government with net budget of his Ministry growing five fold from around 23 thousand crores in 2013-14 to around 1,25,000 crores this year. Union Minister said that the efforts are on to cover every farmer under PM fasal Bima yojana.
Shri Tomar informed that around 140 lakh crore rupees have been paid as insurance payment against premium collection of around 24 thousand crore. Shri Tomar shed light on the Government of India's latest Central Sector Scheme titled "Formation and Promotion of 10,000 Farmer Producer Organizations ."
The Minister briefed about the strategy and dedicated resources for development of agriculture sector in the country. Shri Tomar reiterated that these initiatives are designed to provide support and guidance for the aggregation of small, marginal, and landless farmers into FPOs, thereby bolstering their economic viability and strengthening their market opportunity, ultimately leading to an improvement in their income levels.
In addition to the engaging interaction with the Minister, another noteworthy highlight of the Farmers Connect program was the chance for the farmers to understand the latest advances in agriculture research through an exhibition displayed by the ICAR.
Further the farmers were able to gain insights into the vibrant history, architectural marvels, and cultural landmarks of Delhi made possible through a visit to significant sites such as the Pradhanmantri Sangrahalaya, War Museum, and the iconic India Gate
Ministry of Cooperation
In the direction of realizing the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s vision of “Sahkar Se Samridhi”, the Government of India has taken five more important decisions
In the direction of realizing the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s vision of “Sahkar Se Samridhi”, the Government of India has taken five more important decisions. These decisions were taken in a meeting of Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Shri Amit Shah with Minister of Chemicals and Fertilizers, Shri Mansukh S. Mandaviya in New Delhi. Senior officials of the Ministry of Cooperation and Department of Fertilizers were also present in the meeting.
The following 5 important decisions were taken in the meeting-
1. There are about 1 lakh Primary Agricultural Credit Cooperative Societies present across the country. On the basis of mapping, Primary Agricultural Credit Societies  which are not functioning as fertilizer retailers will be identified and they will be encouraged to function as retailers on the basis of feasibility in a phased manner.
2. PACS which are not currently functioning as Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samridhi Kendras  will be brought under the ambit of PMKSK.
3. PACS will be connected with the marketing of organic fertilizers, especially Fermented Organic Manure  / Liquid Fermented Organic Manure  / Phosphate Enriched Organic Manure .
4. Under the Market Development Assistance  scheme of Department of Fertilizers, fertilizer companies will act as an aggregator for small bio-organic producers to market the end product, in this supply and marketing chain of bio-organic fertilizers PACS will also be included as wholesalers/retailers.
5. PACS can also be employed as Drone entrepreneurs for spraying fertilizers and pesticides. Drones can also be used for survey of property.
The benefits of these decisions : These important decisions will increase the income of Primary Agricultural Credit Societies, as well as increase the employment opportunities in rural areas and farmers will be able to get fertilizers, pesticides, seeds and agricultural machinery at the local level.
Ministry of Earth Sciences
Formation of a Low Pressure area over southeast Bay of Bengal and adjoining south Andaman Sea and its likely intensification into a Cyclonic Storm by 16th May, evening
The Cyclone Warning Division of the India Meteorological Department, says, aLow Pressure Area has formed over southeast Bay of Bengal and adjoining south Andaman Sea, in the morning of today, the 13th May 2020.
It is very likely to concentrate into a Depression over central parts of south Bay of Bengal on 15th and further intensify into a Cyclonic Storm over southwest and adjoining west-central Bay of Bengal by 16th evening. It is very likely to move northwestwards initially till 17th May and then re-curve north-northeastwards.
In association with the above system, the conditions will become favourable for advance of southwest monsoon over south Bay of Bengal, Andaman Sea and Andaman & Nicobar Islands around 16th May 2020.
Under its influence, the following adverse weather is likely over south & central Bay of Bengal and adjoining Andaman Sea from 15th May onwards.
Warnings:
 Rainfall :
- Light to moderate rainfall at most places very likely over Andaman & Nicobar Islandson 15th& 16th May. Andaman Islands are also likely to experience heavy rainfall at a few places on these two days.
 Wind warning
- Squally winds, speed reaching 45-55 kmph gusting to 65 kmph is likely to prevail over south and adjoining central Bay of Bengal on 15th May 2020, 55-65 kmph gusting to 75 kmph over the same region on 16th May. Wind speed is likely to increase further becoming Gale force winds speed reaching 65-75 kmph gusting to 85 kmph over southwest and adjoining westcentral Bay of Bengal from the evening of 16th May. Squally winds, speed reaching 45-55 kmph are likely to prevail over Andaman Sea on 15th& 16th May.
 Sea condition
- • Sea condition will be rough to very rough over south and adjoining central Bay of Bengal and Andaman Sea on 15th May- 16th May afternoon and very rough to High over southwest and adjoining westcentral Bay of Bengal from the evening of 16th May.
 Fishermen Warning
• The fishermen are advised not to venture into south and central Bay of Bengal from 15th May 2020.Those who are out at Sea over these regions are advised to return to coasts by tomorrow.
The system is under continuous surveillance and the concerned state governments are being informed regularly.
Kindly visit www.rsmcnewdelhi.imd.gov.in and www.mausam.imd.gov.in for updates on the system.